Spicy Braised Monkfish (Agujjim)

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) monkfish fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces 500g (1.1 lb) monkfish fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-sized ginger, grated 1 thumb-sized ginger, grated
• 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste) 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 cup water 1 cup water
• 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish) 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
• Steamed rice, for serving Steamed rice, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 4g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.
3. 3.
   In a small bowl, mix together the gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and water until well combined.
4. 4.
   Add the monkfish to the pan and pour the sauce mixture over it. Stir gently to coat the fish evenly.
5. 5.
   Cover the pan and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the monkfish is cooked through and tender.
6. 6.
   Garnish with chopped green onions.
7. 7.
   Serve the Spicy Braised Monkfish with steamed rice.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Monkfish — Make sure to remove any skin and bones from the monkfish fillets before cutting them into bite-sized pieces.

Tips & Tricks

• If you prefer a milder version, reduce the amount of gochujang.
• For an extra kick of flavor, add some sliced Korean chili peppers to the dish.
• Serve the Spicy Braised Monkfish with a side of kimchi for a traditional Korean experience.
• If monkfish is not available, you can substitute it with other firm white fish such as cod or halibut.
• Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the fish to ensure it is cooked through.

Serving advice

Serve the Spicy Braised Monkfish hot with steamed rice. The combination of the spicy fish and fluffy rice creates a satisfying and comforting meal.

Presentation advice

Garnish the dish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and additional chopped green onions to add a pop of color and freshness. Serve it in a vibrant Korean-style bowl to enhance the visual appeal.